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As a leader in health information, physicians on the medical staff at Baylor Plano are featured regularly on local and national television and radio stations. Find segments featuring members of the Baylor Plano medical staff here.

CBS11: Eating Well At The Drive-ThruJuly 28, 2011--Dietitian Megan Moore offers tips to help people eat healthy when they use a drive-through fast food restaurant. Megan urged people to look for an item with lean protein, fruit/vegetable plus a whole grain. The live interview aired July 28, 4 p.m. news CBS 11.Watch Video

Fox4: Group Claims Hot Dogs Cause CancerJuly 27, 2011--Are hot dogs bad for you? A physician group, who says hot dogs and other processed meats lead to more colon-rectal cancer cases, purchased bill board to warn consumers. Baylor Plano dietitian Megan Moore says research does show a link but moderation is the key with all foods choices. Story aired July 27, 9 p.m. news, FOX4 Dallas.Watch Video

NBC5: Protect Your Skin in Times of Extreme HeatJuly 11, 2011--Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano dermatologist Paul Martinelli gave tips on proper use of sunscreen on KXAS Channel 5's early morning show on Monday, July 11. Dr. Martinelli urged viewers to use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30, and to apply every 2 hours.Watch Video

CBS11: Betsy Booth, Texans With CharacterJune 24, 2011--Betsy Booth, oncology nurse navigator at Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano, was named CBS 11's Texan with Character. In her role Betsy is able to get patients connected with hospital resources, community resources and support groups. Watch Video

CBS11: Race for Cure Not Over YetJune 10, 2011--Nurse navigator Betsy Booth is there to talk with breast cancer patients when they have questions about any aspect of their cancer care. Gigi Steele, who was a former oncology nurse manager, values the resources Betsy offered her during Gigi's cancer treatment. Watch Video

CBS11: Protect Your Skin Before Heading OutdoorsMay 27, 2011--Dermatologist Mark Thieberg urges people to put on sunscreen before they head out for the Memorial Holiday weekend. A history of bad sunburns as a child and teen can raise the risk of melanoma, the most deadly kind of skin cancer.Watch Video

NBC5: Most Teens In The Dark About Tanning Bed DangersMay 19, 2011--According to American Academy of Dermatology, people who use tanning beds are at 75 percent greater risk for skin cancer than those who don't. Baylor Plano dermatologist Christy Riddle commented on this study for NBC 5's Julie Tam. Angie Riley, who as a teen tanned with tanning beds and out-of-doors, developed Stage 4 melanoma 20 years later.Watch Video

May 5, 2011--Oncologist Manish Gupta discussed how's and why's of healthy eating to protect body against cancer with anchor Doug Dunbar. He urged using common sense, eating fruits and vegetables along with whole grains. Watch Video

May 1, 2011--Constant checking of your Twitter account can be an addictive hit, professionals say. Dr. Jamile Ashmore, psychologist on the Baylor Plano medical staff says that Twitter may not be an addiction, but it can provide an ego boost to people.Watch Video

April 27, 2011-- Health reporter Barry Carpenter shows us the dark side of permanent makeup. Cosmetic tattooing is the beauty buzz, just add ink and needles and you've got almost instant and perfect eye brows. Dr. Christy Riddle, dermatologist on the Baylor Plano medical staff, says that people may not realize it's a needle going into your skin.Watch Video

April 21, 2011--Psychologist Jay Ashmore talked with CBS 11 about four road blocks in weight loss: medical, psychological, social and environmental. While diet and exercise are essential, patients need to assess if they are truly ready to make commitment for weight loss by examining road blocks.Watch Video

April 1, 2011--The Baylor Plano bypass surgery support group not only helps support people in weight loss but offers wardrobe solutions, too. Patients donate clothing to be shared with other bypass patients as the patients slowly lose weight and change sizes – several times. The idea saves money since patients typically drop several sizes in the months following their surgery. The donated items are free. Story aired Friday, April 1, on 5 and 10 p.m. news, CBS 11. Watch Video

January 18, 2011--Losing weight on a fad diet can be bad for you. Registered dietitian Megan Moore explained that the best diet is one that fits your lifestyle, helping you to maintain weight loss over the long term.

CBS11: What Women ThinkJanuary 12, 2011--According to a new survey, one quarter of women surveyed think about food every half hour. Even though women are thinking about food, they're probably not enjoying it. 25% of women, say they are always worried about their weight. Doctor O'Connell, gynecologist, Baylor Plano says that how women think about food can have an impact on their relationships.Watch Video

December 21, 2010--Beating breast cancer is a tough battle that doesn't end when the tumor is gone. Physicians once believed that "less is more" regarding post-surgery physical activity. Survivor Jody Niece now plays competitive tennis just as she did before her breast cancer surgery. Manish Gupta, M.D., oncologist/Baylor Plano, discussed new study that examined if exercise increased likelihood of lymphedema. Researchers concluded exercise doesn't increase risk of lymphedema.

December 15, 2010--A new study reveals that concussion symptoms may vary between male and female student athletes. Orthopedist Sarang Desai, D.O., discusses importance of protecting student athletes from concussions by recognizing symptoms and by having students wear proper protective head gear during sport. Watch Video

CBS: Training To Avoid Athletic InjuriesNovember 24, 2010--Orthopedic surgeon Sarang Desai, M.D., was interviewed during a live broadcast about training for holiday fun runs and other athletic activities on Channel 11's 4 p.m. news, Nov. 24. Dr. Desai, who is a runner, commented that the holidays a good time to begin an exercise program after checking with their physician. Watch Video

CW33: Overweight teens pack on pounds into adulthoodNovember 9, 2010-- Obesity in childhood often follows young girls into adulthood, according to new study. Dr. Nick Nicholson, weight loss surgeon on Baylor Plano medical staff, commented that parents unintentionally encourage children to "clean" their plates to earn dessert. Watch Video

CW33: Skin Scare!
October 25, 2010--Halloween can be scary for sensitive skin if you don't take extra care. Baylor Plano dermatologist Mark Thieberg gives tips to this year's ghouls and goblins, such as testing makeup before applying it to your skin and washing it off thoroughly. Story aired CW33, 9 p.m., Monday, Oct. 25.Watch Video

August 20, 2010—If the hot summer heat makes you feel like someone has taken a jackhammer to your head, you are not alone. Christine Kuo, M.D., internal medicine physician on the Baylor Plano medical staff discusses the heat-headache connection.Watch Video

CW33: Advances in Scoliosis Testing

August 3, 2010 -- New tests used to detect scoliosis are allowing doctors to better predict how much the patient's spine will curve and customize treatment plans. The Baylor Scoliosis Center in Plano is using a new genetic test called "Scoliscore" to predict how a patient's scoliosis will progress and how aggressively it needs to be treated. Richard Hostin, M.D., with the Baylor Scoliosis Center commented on the test and the benefits of using it with patients on a new story on The CW, Channel 33.Watch Video

WFAA: Coping with Breast Cancer

August 3, 2010 -- Battling her own struggle with breast cancer, Dr. Susan Porter Levy, with Baylor Plano, is now using the techniques she uses on patients on herself. Her experience with helping others in crisis situations led her to start offering a free support group at Baylor Plano for women battling breast cancer. The classes are offered every other Monday from 4-5:30 p.m. She talked about the class and some of her techniques for coping with the pains of cancer on a recent "Our Neighbors" story on WFAA-TV, Channel 8 (ABC).Watch Video

CBS11: Soldier Brings Smiles to Patients – From His Wheelchair

July 2, 2010 -- Being wounded in battle and wheelchair-bound for life could eliminate one's desire to serve their country, but not for this soldier. Former Green Beret, Jason Morgan, and his service dog are now serving their country by bringing comfort and encouragement to the patients at Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano. Their story was told on a recent news broadcast on KTVT-TV, Channel 11 (CBS).Watch Video

FOX4: Plano Hospital Volunteers Named Hometown Heros

June 14, 2010 -- Baylor Regional Medical Center at Plano has a unique program for a certain group of people who just can't stay away. Retired registered nurses can still do what they love to do as volunteers in The Nightingales program. This is The Nightingales' motto: "Ask permission to do a task and report back when you have completed that task." They don't act on their own; they assist nurses and help patients. Clarice Tinsley, Fox 4 anchor, interviewed retired nurses/co-coordinators Gigi Steele and Jo Cole about the nursing volunteers.Watch Video